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By Samia Arshan

Hey Creatives, What’s up? So, a few years ago, I came across a new product in the market, The latest discovery, the invention of the Century: Crayon Lipsticks. I was stunned. Astonished. Surprised. And most of all, excited to know that the twisty crayons that I really wished would turn into crayons, THEY ACTUALLY DID.

They also came with a price tag. Sadly, with my limited (read: tiny) budget, I couldn’t afford more than a couple. Hence began my search for lip crayons and I came across ADS matte lip crayons. Without wasting much time, let’s get to the review.

Product Description: ADS has come up with new Crayon long lasting lip sticks which are unbelievable and comes with long lasting effect to define lips. It is derived from new series which leaves your lip look fuller and sexy. A color saturated, velvety lipstick, Moisturizing and Long wearing.

Ingredients: Not mentionedMy Experience with ADS Crayon Lipstick:

ADS matte lip crayons come in a very adorable packaging. The retractable mechanism ensures easy and smooth application. So, the cap of the lip crayons is transparent and you can spot the one you want to wear with ease. The colors are very vibrant and bright, perfect to turn heads.

The texture is super duper smooth and it’s so easy to glide them onto your lips. In fact, I think the texture of the lip crayons is so soft, it actually moisturizes your lips. Most of all, it smells great. The lip crayons have a distinct, floral scent and it is very pleasant. The lip crayons last for an average 2-3 hours without meals and fade away. They’re not waterproof or meal-proof. (Boohoo!)

The matte, bold colors are very well pigmented and show up with just one swipe. Moreover, they’re travel friendly. You can just slip them in your purse or even your pocket. Priced at, roughly, 50 bucks a pop, they’re definitely worth checking out.

Color no. 42: A very lovely, color pink color. It is very playful and funky.

Color no. 11: A color that reminds me of watermelons. It is very warm and will look stunning on fairer skin tones.

Color no. 1: A usual red color perfect for any evening out or even a date!

Color no. 38: A gentle baby pink color. (Reminds me of Nicki Minaj)

Color no.35: A bold maroon color. It is perfect for meetings or formal events.

Swatch: In the image below.

LOTD: In the image below.

Pros:

Vibrant, well pigmented colors

Travel Friendly

Does not dry out lips

Floral fragrance

Easily Available

Affordable

Cons:

Staying power is low

Rating: 4.5/5

Overall, the lip crayons are a win-win. It couldn’t hurt to try out a few delicious colors at such a low price. With the lovely fragrance, trendy packaging, they have a lot to offer.Will I repurchase this? YES. I definitely will.

Eyes are meant to express. That is why it is said that if you wish to express anything, use eyes than words. No, I am not writing any romantic story in this post guys. Chill! Today’s post is about eyes, which means a makeup product for eyes. I have been using this product from a month now and this is the right time to shoot a detailed review to all of you. Today, I shall be reviewing an eye pencil from the house of Urban Decay.

Price & Quantity: Rs. 1099/- for 0.04 Ounce (though it is way too expensive online and in stores, especially in India)

Shelf Life: 2 years (approximately)

Availability: I would prefer you to buy this from any international shopping website. You can also buy it from Sephora stores in India. If you wish to buy it online, then it is available on Amazon

Product Description: Not mentioned.

Ingredients: Not mentioned.

How To Use: You can use it as an eye liner. Apply the way you usually apply other eye liners.My experience with Urban Decay 24/7 Velvet Glide On Eye Pencil PLUSHIE:

Urban Decay 24/7 Velvet Glide On Eye Pencil PLUSHIE comes in a royal pencil form. I wish it had a retractable packaging as sharpening a pencil leads to product wastage. But yes, the pencil is short in size and travel friendly too. I am very much disappointed to see the price tag. I know it is an international brand but then they should give an adequate quantity to the customers. The shade is called PLUSHIE. It is a cluster of purple, dark blue shades. The product is highly pigmented and will not leave your eye lids until and unless you remove it.

The false thing for me here is it sheds something like rubber, as in Hindi we say burr. I was so happy the first time I applied it but then the shedding annoyed me. The shade is beautiful, no doubt. Also, the availability might be the use for many. It will be very much available in the Sephora stores but if you prefer buying it online, then you need give it a second thought.

As the product lasts for long, you do not require any touch-ups and the pencil will last long too. The quality of the product is also very good. It does not hurt while applying and can be applied very smoothly. It gives the exact color in one stroke, but for better results, I would suggest you to apply it twice. Other than that, this cutely designed eye pencil will win your heart.

Swatch: On my hand.

Pros:

Travel friendly

Smooth application

Pigmentation

Long lasting

Beautiful shade

Royal packaging

Easy to apply

Quality

Cons:

Sheds

EXPENSIVE

Quantity is less

Rating: 3.5/5

Urban Decay 24/7 Velvet Glide On Eye Pencil PLUSHIE is a creamy eye pencil, which gives an intense shade in one stroke. The pigmentation level and the quality are the plus points. If you are a person, who loves defining your eyes, then this product will impress you instantly.

Have you tried Urban Decay 24/7 Velvet Glide On Eye Pencil PLUSHIE? Do share your views and experiences in the comments below.

In today’s post, I am going to review my current favorite movie, DEAR ZINDAGI. Being a die-hard SRKian, I could not resist myself from watching it last Saturday. I have been running like a mad girl with my life right now so thought to give a break and pamper myself. And it is but obvious that I won’t skip watching my SRK’s movie at any cost.

I went to see only SRK but it disappointed me to experience that his role is really short. Though he played the most important character of the film but I wanted to see more of SRK. Anyways, I went to watch Dear Zindagi thrice in cinema halls, so I can’t complaint.

Dr. Jehangir Khan (Shah Rukh Khan) is playing a role of a psychologist in the movie. He seems to be sorted in his life but even he is sad as far as his personal life is concerned. He doesn’t show the same throughout the movie as he is the guide of Alia Bhatt in Dear Zindagi. The maturity level in SRK’s character is well defined. His look is super sexy and hot, thanks to Gauri Shinde. What the most amazing thing I like about his character is he has answer to every question Alia asked him. I really wish I have a guide like him in my life.

Kaira (Alia Bhatt) is a girl next door who is doing very well in her career. She is perfect at her work, which is a camera person. She has a dream to shoot her own film one day and she struggles throughout to get through that one project. She looks chilled out but miserable at heart. Being neglected by parents for almost 6 years and broken relationships are the reasons she went to Dr. Jehangir Khan, whose name has been cut short to JUG. Kaira is struggling with her relationships. She is scared that like her parents, everybody will leave her, sooner or later.

There are 4 handsome hunks in the movie, to whole Kaira is dating in the film. Sid (Angad Bedi) is the first guy. Kaira is in relationship with him but as usual Sid doesn’t spend time with Kaira. Second sexy boy is Raghuvendra (Kunal Kapoor). Raghu is like a boss to Kaira but is madly in love with him. Third boy will be a surprise for you as I was to see him in the movie. Rumi (Ali Zafar) is that guy. He looks super sexy, hot and romantic being paired up with Kaira. Finally, the 4th one is gumnaam (no name) (Aditya Roy Kapoor).

Basically, the movie is about life. It teaches you some amazing life lessons, which will further help you to love your Zindagi. I could realte myself with Kaira as our lives are very similar to each other. Maybe, that is why I loved the movie. There were sections which were not necessary but when it is SRK, I am OK with everything.

Rating: 4/5

I really hope you enjoyed reading this movie review. Have you watched the movie, DEAR ZINDAGI? Do share your views and experiences in the comments below.

As always thank you so much for taking out time and reading my blog.

Always keep smiling, it makes you look beautiful!

Dear Zindagi: Movie Review was last modified: November 30th, 2016 by Kanika Sharma

The time is here again when I will sharing my love for Lady Raga Bag. This will be my last review for Lady Raga as I subscribed to only 6 months of their service. But in short, I am really happy with all the amazing products they sent me over these 6 months. I don’t know if I will be subscribing to the Lady Raga Bag now. Rather, I would love to try other subscription boxes available in India, other than Lady Raga.

Products I got: Let me show what all products were loaded in this month’s Lady Raga Bag.

Urban Decay 24/7 Velvet Glide On Eye Pencil (Rs. 1099/-): This is the first product from the brand Urban Decay, which I will be playing with. I have always hated brown shade but this is a lovely shade. I am not sharing the swatch here as I will be reviewing the product in detail in future. But this eye pencil is super creamy and soft in texture. It has the undertones of brown, black and slight purple shades, which you will get to experience if the product is in your hands.

O’vera Moisturizing Lotion (Rs. 108/-): Perfect to see a skin care product in this month’s Lady Raga Bag. This lotion is not at all sticky to the skin. I apply this lotion as hand moisturizer because my skin absorbs the moisture of this lotion very well within seconds.

Mesh Sphere Pendent (Rs. 250/-): The beauty of elegance is this beautiful pendent. The design is very chic, girly and of course, elegant. As a party has been planned this month, I am surely going to wear this with my dress. The spark of the pretty design it holds, it will completely compliment my personality.

Mesh Sphere Ear Rings (Rs. 180/-): The best thing is to receive the matching earrings with the pendent. This is one reason why I love Lady Raga Bag. They always send the items after examining everything well. The design of these earrings are again elegant. The hanging thing is super girly yet tom boyish as well. If you pair these with a simple white top and blue colored jeans, you will look smashing.

Termax Professional Manicure Kit (Rs. 399/-): Like seriously? How they know me so well? I was planning to buy one manicure kit for travelling purpose, but I am glad that I didn’t. This kit is super stylish to carry plus it fulfills my needs perfectly. The design is super beautiful and I loved the case.

Beautiful Surprise For Beautiful You:So, I received Tvakh Coffee Bean & Ginger Hair Stimulating Shampoo. I have received this same shampoo before as well in one of other subscription boxes I subscribed too. It has a strong fragrance, which I totally love. It makes my hair strong and organized.

Rating: 5/5

This month’s bag surprised me with amazing products. I would like to mention about the bag here. The beautiful bow design is so cute that it instantly grabs your attention. As it is my last review, for I subscribed to only 6 months subscription. I would like to subscribe them for more months but let me put a full stop and rather see to other subscription boxes available in India. In totality, I loved this month’s Lady Raga Bag.

What you got in November’s Lady Raga Bag 2016? Have you tried the Lady Raga Bag? Do share your views and experiences in the comments below. Also do let me know, which product was your favorite from the Lady Raga Bag November 2016 mentioned in this post.

As always thank you so much for taking out time and reading my blog.

Always keep smiling, it makes you look beautiful!

Lady Raga Bag November 2016: Review was last modified: November 16th, 2016 by Kanika Sharma

Today’s post is about a book review. I love reading to the core, which you all know very well. This particular book is the one, which I finished reading few weeks back but was not getting time to pen down the review of the same. But now, I finally managed to get some free time so I thought why not to write this book review.

My take on the book ‘AND THE JHELUM FLOWS’: This book is written by Ramendra Kumar. I have not read any titles from this author before, so it was but natural that I was very much excited to read this book.

Riya is the reporter and she loves her work. She is inclined more towards making documentaries. He was supported by Aviansh, who was her cousin. They both went on a trip to Kashmir to shoot a documentary movie over there. They got to know about the entire history of the beautiful place, Kashmir. The book also talks about various groups, which were started by the people of Kashmir. The more discussion was on AMAN, a group.

The book showcases the journey of Kashmir in various aspects. In the book, there are many short stories, which are being narrated by the people with whose help is going to film everything. They share their sad stories, which is a plus point for those readers who doesn’t like reading history too much.

The author has researched very well with the nice usage of words. His work complemented his style well. Though I got bored in the middle of the book as I am not a person who loves reading stuff like this. I am more used to read love stories but then a reader should never stop experimenting.

Rating: 3/5

Overall, it is a good read and I would recommend you to read this book once. If you love history and wants to know in depth story of Kashmir in a dramatic way, then this book will surely impress you. The best part of this book are the short stories, which author built up in between.

I really hope you enjoyed reading this detailed book review. Do share your views and experiences in the comments below.

As always thank you so much for taking out time and reading my blog.

Always keep smiling, it makes you look beautiful!

Disclaimer:The book is been sent by the Authors’ Ink Publication for the review purposes, but views shared are my own.

‘And The Jhelum Flows’ by Ramendra Kumar: Book Review was last modified: November 13th, 2016 by Kanika Sharma

Today I am going to write about my favorite subscription boxes in India, Lady Raga Bag. This month, they are celebrating their 1st anniversary. Though, I have not been associated with Lady Raga Bag from the very beginning but now that I am, it feels proud to write and make videos about a bag like Lady Raga. They have been surprising me from the past 3 months and in the 4th month as well, they made me proud.

Video Review: Check out the video review on my YouTube channel, here is the video.

Products I got: Let’s see what all products I got in this month’s Lady Raga Bag.

Covergirl Flamed Out Shadow Pencil/ Crayon: Rs. 849/- for 2.3 grams

I got the shade in the number 370. I have not used any eye pencil shade of this color so it will be a new thing for me to try. The shade has the undertones of black and grey, which looks sexy and hot on application. I am very sure that it is going to fun while playing with this baby.

Seduction Las Vegas Nail Lacquer: Rs. 180/- for 9.5 ml

You know very well that I love nail polishes. I was really surprised to receive a nail polish in this month’s box. I got the shade in the number 44 and it is called ‘anger’, what a name. I think they know that I am really short tempered and accordingly they sent me the shade. Just kidding! I loved it and I really hope the application is good too.

I have tried this type of shampoo but the brand was different. The goodness of ginger and coffee beans enetring your hair, what more you can ask for your hair? I am yet to try this but look at the packaging, it is too cute.

Statement Necklace: Rs. 475/-

The necklace is chic, gorgeous and sexy to look at. I was just trying this necklace and it looked super duper ravishing on me. The shade of this necklace reminds me of Yellow Mellow nail polish from Sally Hansen, though it is little bright than that. Overall, the design has been kept simple yet too attractive.

Surprise Gift:

They sent me an eye shadow palette from the brand called Jane. The palette is in the number 06 and it is called Key West. There are 2 eye shadows in the palette. One is mustard yellow and the other one is sea green in color. I am too happy to receive this as a surprise gift.

Rating: 5/5

I am more than happy with all the products been sent to me in this month’s bag. Also, I would like to wish Lady Raga Bag, a very happy 1st birthday. Additionally, I would love to recommend you all to try this awesome bag to pamper yourself every month.

What you got in September’s Lady Raga Bag 2016? Have you tried the Lady Raga Bag? Do share your views and experiences in the comments below. Also do let me know, which product was your favorite from the Lady Raga Bag September 2016 mentioned in this post.

As always thank you so much for taking out time and reading my blog.

Always keep smiling, it makes you look beautiful!

Lady Raga Bag September 2016: Review was last modified: September 12th, 2016 by Kanika Sharma